Industry News

Gutta-Percha Replacement Could Regenerate Dental Pulp

Many of today’s endodontists use gutta-percha to seal completed root canals. But one researcher...

Researchers Identify Markers That Predict Sjögren’s Syndrome

Sjögren’s syndrome affects nearly 4 million Americans. In addition to dry mouth, its negative...

Pot Smokers Have More Gum Disease

A long-term study of approximately 1,000 New Zealanders from birth to the age of...

Imaging Reveals Structure Behind Dentin’s Durability

Dentin is one of the toughest materials in the human body. Using synchrotron radiation,...

Oral Health Matters in Happy Relationships

In a perfect world, people would take care of their teeth because it’s the...

Henry Schein Acquires Custom Automated Prosthetics

Zahn Dental, which is Henry Schein’s laboratory supply business, has acquired Custom Automated Prosthetics...

Tobacco Smoke Makes Oral Bacteria More Resilient

The mouth is home to more than 700 different bacteria species. Tobacco smoke, though,...

Invisible Braces to See 12.16% Growth Through 2021

Invisible braces have made orthodontic treatment an attractive option for many consumers. Improvements in...

Chemicals May Weaken Enamel in Children’s Teeth

Chemicals commonly found in plastics and fungicides may be weakening children’s teeth by disrupting...

Dr. Paul Krebsbach Named New Dean at UCLA School of Dentistry

Dr. Paul Krebsbach has been named the new dean of the school of dentistry...